What is Executive Search?

The competition for capable managers and sought-after experience in the industrial world today places significant demands on the recruitment process.

Executive Search is a recruitment process suited to senior levels and to critical positions which require special knowledge, experience or qualities.

It targets candidates who are not considering a move, as well as those who may be actively looking for a new position.

Successful recruiting for critical and senior roles requires:

• a clear view of the needs of the business and understanding of the organisation
• a good appreciation of companies operating in the sector and of the issues they face
• sound knowledge of the market for executives in the sector
• an extensive network of contacts and potential sources in the sector as well as access to other appropriate talent pools.

Executive Search employs active research tools to identify potential candidates, drawing on referral or recommendation. Consultants contact candidates personally, engage them in discussion about the opportunity, and introduce them to the client.

The Executive Search consultant will work closely with both candidate and client, establishing the initial relationship and paving the way to a successful hire. They will facilitate the various stages of interviews and assessments all the way to the appointment.